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Tim Matheson

Tim Matheson

Director & actor · born 31 December 1947 · Glendale, California, USA

Tim Matheson (born Timothy Lewis Matthieson; December 31, 1947) is an American actor, director and producer. He is perhaps best known for his portrayal of the smooth-talking Eric 'Otter' Stratton in the 1978 comedy Animal House. His other well-known roles are as Vernon 'Doc' Mullins on Netflix's Virgin River, Henry Kaslan in the remake of Child's Play (2019), Dr. Brick Breeland on CW's Hart of Dixie, Vance Wilder Sr. in National Lampoon's Van Wilder, John Hoynes on West Wing, Al Donnelly in Black Sheep, Alan Stanwyk in Fletch, Officer Phil Sweet in Magnum Force, David Poe in How to Commit Marriage, Mike Beardsley in Yours, Mine & Ours (1968), and Mark Harmon in Divorce American Style.

He also voiced the cartoon character roles of Jonny Quest, Jace in Space Ghost and Dino Boy, and Samson in Young Samson & Goliath.

Where to start: Magnum Force (1973).

As director 9

As actor 102

TV shows 71

Frequently asked questions

What is the best Tim Matheson movie?

By viewer score, Magnum Force (1973) at 7.1/10.

What are Tim Matheson’s most popular movies?

Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle, No Strings Attached, She's All That.

How many movies has Tim Matheson made?

111 films on TMDB, 9 as director, 102 as actor.

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